Senior Instructor, Mariner Academy - Technology & Analytics

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR, TECHNOLOGY & ANALYTICS – MARINER ACADEMY POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Instructor, Technology & Analytics, ensures Mariner Academy’s advisors are equipped to leverage AI, advanced technology, and data analytics to enhance—not replace—the advisor-client relationship, preparing our enterprise for the evolving landscape of wealth management. As the Academy’s dedicated bridge between Innovation, IT, and our financial professionals, this role fosters technology adoption, data literacy, and operational excellence. You will track the rapidly changing tech landscape, collaborating with IT and Innovation to monitor tools, updates, and protocols, and transform this knowledge into actionable, monthly learning integrated into each certification cohort’s regular meetings—eliminating the need for separate training. You will own the Academy’s analytics function: administering operational data, attendance, course completion, assessments, and flagging advisors not meeting minimum standards. Working closely with business units, Innovation, IT, and Compliance, you will ensure our training reflects the most current tools and requirements, and will clearly communicate key analytics to Mariner Academy leadership. The strategic value of this role is a highly tech-fluent advisor population and a single source of truth for Academy performance data that supports personalized development and accountability across the enterprise. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Collaborate with IT, Innovation, and other stakeholders to maintain expert-level knowledge of AI and technology developments relevant to wealth management and advisor practice. - Translate emerging technological advancements into practical, monthly learning opportunities delivered within each cohort's existing check-in meetings. - Design and deliver a rotating curriculum covering AI in wealth management, productivity tools, technology-enabled advice, digital client experiences, automation, workflow optimization, and data-driven decision-making. - Facilitate live demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and group discussions to build practical technology fluency during monthly cohort meetings. - Administer and maintain operational data, tracking, and reporting infrastructure for Mariner Academy, including attendance, completion, and assessment performance. - Track technology and tool utilization at both individual and cohort levels, sharing data transparently to motivate adoption and highlight best practices. - Proactively flag individuals not meeting utilization, competency, or performance standards and support tailored development plans. - Clearly communicate analytics and reporting insights to Mariner Academy leadership and program managers. - Partner with business units, Innovation, IT, and Compliance to ensure all training reflects current tools, protocols, and regulatory requirements. - Evaluate and recommend new technology and AI tools for integration into advisor practice and curriculum. - Build and maintain reporting infrastructure connecting the learning management system with enterprise reporting platforms. - Champion a human-centered, technology-empowered philosophy across all training and communication initiatives. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, data analytics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. - Demonstrated experience with a learning management system (e.g., Docebo or equivalent), Excel, and connecting multiple reporting platforms. - Proven ability to translate technical or data-driven concepts to non-technical professional audiences. - Strong analytical, reporting, and data visualization skills. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Background in wealth management, financial planning, or a related financial services field. - Experience with AI tools and emerging technologies in professional services or advisory settings. - Experience working in partnership with IT, Innovation, or Compliance teams. - Familiarity with organizational change management related to technology adoption. - Willingness to learn and become proficient in Motivational Interviewing communication techniques within the first year. SKILLS - AI literacy and technology fluency - Data analytics and reporting - Cross-functional collaboration (IT, Innovation, Compliance) - Ability to translate technical concepts for professional audiences - Facilitation and live demonstration skills - Change management - Business acumen - Data storytelling and communication - Self-driven execution - Meticulous attention to detail We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work-life balance. 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